Graduates Opportunities - Trade Marketing & Distribution Team

Job Description

British American Tobacco Kenya has an exciting opportunity for an Intern/apprentices/student worker, non-mgmt. in Kenya. British American Tobacco is one of the world’s most international businesses, with brands sold in over 175 markets. We are looking for a driven, ambitious graduate to join our Trade Marketing & Distribution team in Kenya. This internship offers real, hands-on exposure to commercial operations in a fast-moving consumer goods environment — working alongside experienced trade teams to shape how our brands reach the market.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Trade Marketing & Distribution plan to achieve volume, value share, and numeric and weighted distribution targets for our Drive Brands.
• Assist in achieving trade coverage, visit frequency, and outlet visit plans to maximise route effectiveness and efficiency across assigned territories.
• Help build and sustain close working relationships with distributors, trade partners, and retailers to earn high levels of trade support, loyalty, and market insight.
• Support delivery of territory volume and distribution objectives by trade channel and outlet type, ensuring brand availability is maximised in line with market strategy.
• Contribute to optimal stock management — monitoring levels, product quality and freshness, and reporting on supply chain issues to minimise Out of Stock occurrences.

Requirements

• A degree in Commerce or a related field, awarded within the last 1 year. You are a recent graduate ready to launch your career.
• Valid Driving Licence
• Willing to be mobile, need to be willing to complete the internship in any part of Kenya where the requirement lies

What We Offer

We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)

• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills

Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here. We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes